Henry Turner Munns (1832-1898)
| Artist Name | Henry Turner Munns (1832-1898) |
|---|---|
| Title | Portrait of a Baby with Dog |
| Description | This charming British Victorian genre oil painting is by attributed to noted exhibited artist Henry Turner Munns. Painted circa 1870 the composition is of a baby by a hearth, asleep in a basket and being guarded by a little terrier dog. The child looks so innocent and the dog so earnest in its duties. The colouring and light are superb. An excellent example of a Victorian genre oil painting. |
| Provenance | Sussex estate. |
| Medium | Oil on Canvas |
| Size | 31 x 25 inches |
| Frame | Housed in an ornate gilt frame, 39 inches by 34 inches and in good condition. |
| Condition | Good condition. |
| Biography | Henry Turner Munns, (1832-1898), was a Birmingham born artist who specialised in portraits, landscapes, figures and genre subjects. He exhibited from 1882-97 and was father of artist Bernard Munns. Exhibited: Royal Society of Artists Birmingham 47, Glasgow Institute of Fine Art 1, Walker Art Gallery Liverpool 7, Manchester Art Gallery 5, Royal Academy 8. |
| Price | £4800 |
